1998 LEXUS GS300
1 recalls, 91 complaints - 83 TSBs
98V080000 Apr 17, 1998
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT OF THE YAW RATE SENSOR FOR THE VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC), THE VSC CAN OPERATE IMPROPERLY IF THE SENSOR IS AFFECTED BY CERTAIN ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES, SUCH AS FROM A CELLULAR PHONE.
Consequence
SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE BRAKE MAY OPERATE UNEXPECTEDLY, AFFECTING STEERING AND SPEED CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE YAW RATE SENSOR.
Complaint Statistics
91 total complaints
10 crashes 2 fires 9 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 26 |
| TIRES | 7 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 5 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 4 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 3 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID | 2 |
TIRES
Jul 11, 2019
Incident date: Jul 9, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300 EQUIPPED WITH DEXTERO TOURING DTR1 TIRES, SIZE: 21560R16 95H (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TWO FRONT TIRE SIDEWALLS WERE CRACKED FROM THE INSI... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
PURCHASED A 98 GS300 SIX MONTHS AGO AND MY VSC, ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING GAUGES CAME UP AND WILL NOT GO AWAY. DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND OUT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR AND THROTTLE POSITION ACTUATOR WERE THE PROBLEMS. WITH THESE FEW ITEMS GONE BAD MY CAR PR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
PURCHASED A 98 GS300 SIX MONTHS AGO AND MY VSC, ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING GAUGES CAME UP AND WILL NOT GO AWAY. DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND OUT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR AND THROTTLE POSITION ACTUATOR WERE THE PROBLEMS. WITH THESE FEW ITEMS GONE BAD MY CAR PR... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
PURCHASED A 98 GS300 SIX MONTHS AGO AND MY VSC, ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING GAUGES CAME UP AND WILL NOT GO AWAY. DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND OUT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR AND THROTTLE POSITION ACTUATOR WERE THE PROBLEMS. WITH THESE FEW ITEMS GONE BAD MY CAR PR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 22, 2017
Incident date: Sep 22, 2017
I WAS GOING TO GO TO WORK, AN WHEN I STARTED TO PUSH ON THE THOTTHLE/ GAS PEDAL . NOTHING ENGAGED AN THEN ALL OF SUDDEN IT WORKED LIKE IT WAS BACK TO RUNNING NORMAL FOR LIKE 10 SECONDS THEN LOST ALMOST ALL THE POWER AN YOU CAN PUSH THE PADEL TO THE FLOOR ALMOST BEFOR IT WILL EVEN ENGAGE. IT'S MY EV... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 22, 2017
Incident date: Sep 22, 2017
I WAS GOING TO GO TO WORK, AN WHEN I STARTED TO PUSH ON THE THOTTHLE/ GAS PEDAL . NOTHING ENGAGED AN THEN ALL OF SUDDEN IT WORKED LIKE IT WAS BACK TO RUNNING NORMAL FOR LIKE 10 SECONDS THEN LOST ALMOST ALL THE POWER AN YOU CAN PUSH THE PADEL TO THE FLOOR ALMOST BEFOR IT WILL EVEN ENGAGE. IT'S MY EV... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Sep 22, 2017
Incident date: Sep 22, 2017
I WAS GOING TO GO TO WORK, AN WHEN I STARTED TO PUSH ON THE THOTTHLE/ GAS PEDAL . NOTHING ENGAGED AN THEN ALL OF SUDDEN IT WORKED LIKE IT WAS BACK TO RUNNING NORMAL FOR LIKE 10 SECONDS THEN LOST ALMOST ALL THE POWER AN YOU CAN PUSH THE PADEL TO THE FLOOR ALMOST BEFOR IT WILL EVEN ENGAGE. IT'S MY EV... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 3, 2017
Incident date: Jul 19, 2016
I PURCHASED A VEHICLE OFF THE STREETS AND HAD NO CLUE ON HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS WHEN PURCHASING A SALVAGED VEHICLE THAT HAD BEEN IN A AUCTION AFTER A WRECKLESS ACCIDENT. HAD A MASTER CYLINDER MALFUNCTION THAT GOT FIXED BY NOT A LEXUS PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC DUE TO BUDGET REASONS. RECEIVED A CHECK FOR A... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 25, 2016
Incident date: Oct 24, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE VEHICLE FINALLY STOPPED AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES OF DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE ISSUE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES IN ONE DAY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 28, 2014
Incident date: Jun 2, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK IN A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE F... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 8, 2013
Incident date: Dec 5, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE RPMS RAPIDLY INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVED TO THE SHOULDER TO BE SHUT DOWN THEN RESTARTED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT ME... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 19, 2012
Incident date: May 19, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VSC WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Jul 19, 2012
Incident date: May 19, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE VSC WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVE... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 14, 2012
Incident date: Feb 7, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH AND TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE SPEED FAILED TO INCREASE. THE FAILURE MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE CONTACT TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTU... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 6, 2012
Incident date: Oct 4, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 30-40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD BEGIN TO LOOSE POWER AND STALL SPORADICALLY WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 6, 2012
Incident date: Oct 4, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 30-40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD BEGIN TO LOOSE POWER AND STALL SPORADICALLY WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 20, 2011
Incident date: Jul 18, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT REMEDIED. THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Apr 28, 2011
Incident date: Mar 15, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE DID NOT SLOW DOWN AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER FAILE... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Dec 17, 2010
Incident date: Dec 3, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS 300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR. TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 13, 2010
Incident date: Dec 10, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 2, 2010
Incident date: Jun 19, 2010
REFERRING TO A 1998 LEXUS GS300, REAR WHEEL DRIVE CAR WITH 84,000 MILES. ON SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2010, I WAS COMING TO A STOP AT AN INTERSECTION WITH A 2 WAY STOP SIGN, WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. MY CAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN A BIT, SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, ALMOST RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT AS I 'CRUISED' ACRO... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Mar 31, 2010
Incident date: Mar 24, 2010
WAS ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING ABOUT 60 MILES PER HOUR, HIT A POT HOLE, CAR DROPPED APPARENTLY THE BALL JOINT BROKE ON THE RIGHT SIDE. BUT THIS HAPPENED ON THE LEFT SIDE A FEW MONTHS AGO IN DECEMBER. THAT TIME I WAS NOT ON THE FREEWAY. AFTER RESEARCHING ON LINE I SAW THAT PREVIOUS MODELS HAD BEEN RECA... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 16, 2010
Incident date: Feb 19, 2010
WHEN AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT, WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CAR ACCELERATES. I PRESS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND, USUALLY, THE ACCELERATION SLOWS DOWN. THIS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN 2 DAYS AND THE THIRD TIME THE ACCELERATION DID NOT STOP, THE CAR REALLY ACCELERATED, I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL A... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Mar 19, 2009
Incident date: Mar 18, 2009
98 LEXUS GS300LOWER BALL JOINT DISLOCATED ITSELF WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH ON CITY STREETS. LUCKILY IT WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. CALLED A TOWING COMPANY, AND THEY REFUSED TO TOW THE LEXUS GS300 SINCE IT COULD CAUSE MORE DAMAGE. DURING THE WHOLE ORDEAL, THE LOWER BALL JOINT PUNCTURE THE ORIGINAL LEXUS 1... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Mar 19, 2009
Incident date: Mar 18, 2009
98 LEXUS GS300LOWER BALL JOINT DISLOCATED ITSELF WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH ON CITY STREETS. LUCKILY IT WASN'T ON THE HIGHWAY. CALLED A TOWING COMPANY, AND THEY REFUSED TO TOW THE LEXUS GS300 SINCE IT COULD CAUSE MORE DAMAGE. DURING THE WHOLE ORDEAL, THE LOWER BALL JOINT PUNCTURE THE ORIGINAL LEXUS 1... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 19, 2009
Incident date: Mar 18, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 20 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT WITH TREMENDOUS FORCE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD AND ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER; HOWEVER, THE TOW C... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Jan 22, 2008
Incident date: Dec 22, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO A STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE FENDER, TIRE, AND UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE WERE DAMAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE LOWER BALL JOINT SNAPPED. THE CONTACT IS EXPERIENCING THE SAM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Sep 11, 2007
Incident date: Sep 5, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, BUT IT WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO RUN EVEN AFTER THE KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE THEN CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPOR... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Sep 11, 2007
Incident date: Sep 5, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, BUT IT WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO RUN EVEN AFTER THE KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE THEN CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPOR... Read more
Fire
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Mar 6, 2007
Incident date: Mar 3, 2007
WE OWN A 1998 LEXUS, MODEL GS 300. THIS SATURDAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE LEXUS AND THE ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAME OFF THE VEHICLE DUE THE FAILURE OF THE LOWER BALL JOINT. IN REVIEWING RECALL INFORMATION FOR LEXUS\TOYOTA, IT IS VERY APPARENT THERE IS AN ONGOING ISSUE OF QUALITY CONTROL RELATED TO ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Feb 25, 2007
Incident date: Feb 24, 2007
THE "VSC" AND THE "VSC OFF" LIGHTS BOTH TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME, AND THE ENGINE SUDDENLY COME TO IDLE AND THE CAR SLOWLY COME TO STOP RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY. *NM
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Dec 27, 2006
Incident date: Jul 9, 2006
TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED STATING THAT SHE HAD A CRASH ON 07/09/06 IN HER 1998 LEXUS GS300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE LOST CONTROL OF HE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 55 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO MOVE INTO THE RIGHT LANE THE VEHICLE STARTING GOING BACK AND FORTH ACROSS THE RO... Read more
Crash
2 injured
TIRES
Jul 16, 2006
Incident date: Jul 9, 2006
I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON JULY 9, 2006 AT 3:30 AM. THE CAR WENT OUT OF CONTROL. ALL FOUR TIRES WERE FLAT, MY ABS SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK AND MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. MYSELF AND ANOTHER PASSENGER WAS HURT VERY BADLY. *JB
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Jul 16, 2006
Incident date: Jul 9, 2006
I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON JULY 9, 2006 AT 3:30 AM. THE CAR WENT OUT OF CONTROL. ALL FOUR TIRES WERE FLAT, MY ABS SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK AND MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. MYSELF AND ANOTHER PASSENGER WAS HURT VERY BADLY. *JB
Crash
2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jul 16, 2006
Incident date: Jul 9, 2006
I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON JULY 9, 2006 AT 3:30 AM. THE CAR WENT OUT OF CONTROL. ALL FOUR TIRES WERE FLAT, MY ABS SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK AND MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. MYSELF AND ANOTHER PASSENGER WAS HURT VERY BADLY. *JB
Crash
2 injured
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Jan 23, 2006
Incident date: Sep 1, 2005
POWER LOCK FAILURE. FROM FORUMS, NUMBER OF GS300 OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM. DID NOT REALIZE MY REAR DOOR HAD FAILED TO LOCK UNTIL MY 3 YEAR OLD MANAGED TO OPEN IT. DEALER STATES THE ENTIRE LOCK ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED AT OVER $600 PER DOOR. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 14, 2005
Incident date: Apr 8, 1999
1998 LEXUS GS 300 HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS THE ES 300 THROTTLE CONTROL. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS I HAVE BEEN AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND I PRESUMED THAT I HAD SOMEHOW HIT THE PEDAL, WHEN MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. PLEASE INVESTIGATE. THANKS. *JB
STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Oct 18, 2004
Incident date: Oct 14, 2004
AFTER OPENING THE TRUNK AND PLACING CONTENTS INTO THE VEHICLE, THE TRUNK FELL ONTO THE CONSUMERS HEAD. THE CONSUMER SUSTAINED A BLACK EYE. *JB
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Oct 18, 2004
Incident date: Oct 16, 2004
AFTER STOPPING AT AN INTERSECTION, THE CAR WOULD TRAVEL FORWARD VERY SLOWLY WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL NORMALLY. IT WOULD SUDDENLY "CATCH" AND LURCH FORWARD IF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. CAR WOULD THEN HANDLE NORMALLY FOR A FEW MOMENTS BUT UPON STOPPING WOULD REPEAT THE PROBL... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 21, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
NOTICE OF CLAIMS REGARDING TEXAS DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES ACT BREACH OF CONTRACT. *MR THE TRUNK BUTTON WOULD UNLOCK WITH THE REMOTE, THE RADIO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER REAR DOOR WOULD NOT LOCK AT TIMES. *SC
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 21, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
NOTICE OF CLAIMS REGARDING TEXAS DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES ACT BREACH OF CONTRACT. *MR THE TRUNK BUTTON WOULD UNLOCK WITH THE REMOTE, THE RADIO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER REAR DOOR WOULD NOT LOCK AT TIMES. *SC
STRUCTURE
Sep 21, 2004
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
NOTICE OF CLAIMS REGARDING TEXAS DECEPTIVE TRADE PRACTICES ACT BREACH OF CONTRACT. *MR THE TRUNK BUTTON WOULD UNLOCK WITH THE REMOTE, THE RADIO SHUT OFF, AND THE DRIVER REAR DOOR WOULD NOT LOCK AT TIMES. *SC
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Feb 13, 2003
Incident date: Feb 2, 2003
THIS LETTER IS TO REPORT A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION THAT EXISTS WITH MY 1998 LEXUS GS 300. ON 2/02/03 I WAS WAITING AT A CAR WASH IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY ENGINE ADVANCED TO WHAT SEEM LIKE FULL THROTTLE. THE REAR TIRES BEGAN TO SPIN ON THE WET PAVEM... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 13, 2003
Incident date: Feb 2, 2003
THIS LETTER IS TO REPORT A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION THAT EXISTS WITH MY 1998 LEXUS GS 300. ON 2/02/03 I WAS WAITING AT A CAR WASH IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY ENGINE ADVANCED TO WHAT SEEM LIKE FULL THROTTLE. THE REAR TIRES BEGAN TO SPIN ON THE WET PAVEM... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 11, 2002
Incident date: Sep 8, 2002
FOR ABOUT THE FIFTH TIME IN THE PAST TWO YEARS, I HAVE EXPERIENCED AN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. AS I WAS PULLING INTO A 7-11 PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE REVVED WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELARATOR AND SURGED FORWARD AT WHICH TIME I APPLIED THE BRAKE HARD. THE CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE FORWARD, RESTRAINED, S... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 25, 2001
THE PATTERN OF THE LOW BEAM DOES NOT PROJECT WELL AND DO NOT HAVE A SHARP CUT-OFF. TOO MUCH LIGHT PROJECTS "UP" IN POOR VISIBILITY CONDITIONS, SUCH AS FOG. FOG LIGHTS ARE QUITE USELESS AS WELL. THE CAR HAS THE WORST HEAD LIGHTS OF ANY CAR I'VE HAD.*AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Oct 25, 2001
THE PATTERN OF THE LOW BEAM DOES NOT PROJECT WELL AND DO NOT HAVE A SHARP CUT-OFF. TOO MUCH LIGHT PROJECTS "UP" IN POOR VISIBILITY CONDITIONS, SUCH AS FOG. FOG LIGHTS ARE QUITE USELESS AS WELL. THE CAR HAS THE WORST HEAD LIGHTS OF ANY CAR I'VE HAD.*AK
TIRES
Mar 20, 2001
Incident date: Feb 14, 2001
SECOND OCCURRENCE OFABNORMAL WEAR - TIRE SHREDDED AT 70MPH. *AK (TIRESIZE: P21560R94V)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P21560R94V )
SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
Dec 19, 2000
THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE (98V-080) YAW SENSOR PRIOR TO RECALL REPLACEMENT RESULTING IN NEAR ACCIDENTS, AFTER RECALL REPLACEMENT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT DUE TO FAILURE OF THE YAW SENSOR. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Sep 29, 2000
Incident date: Aug 1, 1998
THERE IS A NOISE COMING FROM THE LEFT FRONT END OF VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER STATES THE TIRES ARE CAUSING THE NOISE AND REPLACED TIRES, BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. *YH
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Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 LEXUS GS300
83 manufacturer communications from 64 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 4 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 4 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 4 |
Safety Recall 22
Apr 13, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
200000 WHEELS
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus PRO19-02 -
Jan 12, 2022
190000 TIRES
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any custome
Lexus Safety Re
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
L-SB-0008-20
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
L-SB-0179-17 Obs
Apr 6, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Dec 5, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.
L-SB-0025-14
Jul 7, 2015
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Nov 14, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
L-SB-0082-14
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when insta
LSB008214
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
L-SB-002-01 - OB
Jul 7, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
LSB002514B
Jul 7, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514A
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
LSB002514
Jul 4, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the S
LSB009213B
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
L-SB-0092-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
L-BO-004-05 Obso
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT rec
L-TT-0145-13
Nov 2, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Spots in Window glass
L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
LSB001013
Feb 21, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
L-SB-0010-13
Feb 21, 2013
050000 PARKING BRAKE
A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the B
Lexus Floor Mat
Jan 25, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
L-TT-0111-13
Jan 16, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Lexus vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devic
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
220000 SEATS
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
LSB-0143-11
Nov 10, 2011
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. *PE
00602
Nov 11, 2002
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CUP HOLDER INSTALLATION ON 1998 TO CURRENT GS430/400/300. *TT
01202
Oct 11, 2002
020000 SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION METHOD. *TT
NV00501
Mar 30, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING GLOVE BOX RATTLE NOISE. *SLC
BO00501
Mar 23, 2001
150000 SEAT BELTS
SUBJECT REGARDING NEW SEAT BELT TONGUE PLATE STOPPER SERVICE PARTS. *TT
BO00301
Mar 16, 2001
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
SUBJECT REGARDING HEADLAMP SERVICEABILITY. *TT
AX00101
Mar 9, 2001
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
SUBJECT REGARDING RETRO-FIT INTERNAL TRUNK RELEASE KITS. *TT
ST010101
Feb 16, 2001
010000 STEERING
SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING WHEELNUT SERVICE SPECIFICATION. *TT
AC00101
Jan 12, 2001
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SUBJECT REGARDING AIR CONDITIONER INDICATORS MALFUNCTION. *SLC
AC00101
Jan 12, 2001
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE LEXUS NAIVGATION SYSTEM MAY NOTICE THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM TEMPERATURE DISPLAY IS BLANK ON SOME OCCASIONS WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR. IN ADDITION, THE OTHER CLIMATE CONTROL INDICATORS WILL
NV00900
Jul 28, 2000
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
INFORMATION ON REDUCING WIND NOISE AT THE LOWER PORTION OF THE B-PILLAR OF THE RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND FRONT WINDOWS. *TT
EL300300
Apr 21, 2000
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN INACCURACY IN THE DISTANCE SINCE REFUELING INFORMATION LOCATED IN THE NAV DISPLAY. *TT
NV00500
Apr 14, 2000
150000 SEAT BELTS
SUBJECT REGARDING RATTLE NOISE FROM THE CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR COVER. *TT
ST00200
Apr 14, 2000
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
INFORMATION ON STEERING COLUMN SERVICE PARTS. *TT
NV00300
Jan 7, 2000
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING REDUCING RATTLING NOISE(S) FROM THE GLOVE BOX. *TT
NV00100
Jan 7, 2000
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
INFORMATION ON REDUCING THE POSSIBILITY OF A RATTLE FROM THE GARAGE DOOR OPENER COVER. *TT
BO00499
Dec 3, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION USED TO REDUCE A CREAKING / POPPING NOISE FROM THE MOONROOF AREA. *TT
SU00199
Sep 17, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
INFORMATION ON WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES. *TT
SS00699
Jun 18, 1999
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
INFORMATION REGARDING THE SCANTOOL IMMBOLIZER KEY CODE UTILITY. *TT
SS00499
Jun 18, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING THE LEXUS DIAGNOSTIC TESTER SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL USED TO ADD AND REWRITE WIRELESS RECOGNITION CODES. *TT
EL00599
Jun 4, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING THE POWER MOON ROOF MOTOR ON VEHICLES PRODUCED WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT
PG01099
May 14, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING REPAIR MANUAL CORRECTIONS. *TT
BO00299
Apr 23, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT PERTAINS TO RATTLING NOISE FROM THE GLOVE BOX SWITCH. *TT
SS00199
Apr 9, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT ON CUSTOMIZE PROGRAM CARD VERSION 1.1 - FEATURES. *TT
AU00199
Apr 2, 1999
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION REGARDING AM CROSSTALK INTERFERENCE. *TT
XL1
Feb 1, 1999
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR VEHICLES THAT EXHIBIT PASSENGER COMPARTMENT DOME LAMP AND DOOR COURTESTY LAMP ILLUMINATION WHEN THE DOORS ARE OPENED. *TT
99V012
Feb 1, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR COURTESY LAMP SWITCH ( DOOR LOCK ); TRAC BRAKE LINE; AND BODY ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) REPLACEMENT. *YC
010199
Jan 1, 1999
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING SCANTOOL KEY CODE UTILITY. *TT
010199
Jan 1, 1999
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
INFORMATION ON REPLACING DOOR COURTESY LAMP SWITCH (DOOR LOCK).
010199
Jan 1, 1999
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN INFORMATION REGARDING DOOR COURTESY LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENT. *TT
010199
Jan 1, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO WIRELESS RECOGNITION CODES. *TT
010199
Jan 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING POWER MOONROOF MOTOR. *TT
NV01998
Oct 30, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
BULLETIN INTRODUCING REPAIR PROCEDURES DEVELOPED TO ELIMINATE A POSSIBLE RATTLE NOISE FROM THE REAR CENTER SEAT BELT RETRACTOR AND LUGGAGE TRIM AREAS. *YC
NV02098
Oct 30, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
REPAIR PROCEDURES WERE DEVELOPED TO ELIMATE A POSSIBLE VIBRATION NOISE AND RATTLES FROM THE GLOVE BOX AREA. *YC
NV02198
Oct 30, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
REPAIR PROCEDURES DEVELOPED TO ELIMINATE A POSSIBLE RUBBING NOISE FROMTHE STEERING WHEEL AREA AND RATTLE NOISES FROM THE REAR DOOR AND HEADLINER AREA. *YC
NV01898
Oct 30, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS REPAIR PROCEDURES DEVELOPED TO ELIMINATE A POSSIBLE INSTRUMENT PANEL SQUEAK, GLOVE BOX VIBRATION, AND AN UPPER FINISHER PANEL RATTLE/ SQUEAK. *YC
AU00398
Oct 30, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CONCERNS WITH NAKAMICHI RADIO INOPERATIVE IN CD MODE. *YC
AC00398
Sep 4, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONDITIONS WITH AIR CONDITIONER MALFUCNTIONS. *YC
ST00398
Jun 19, 1998
010000 STEERING
PRODUCTION COUNTERMEASURES HAVE BEEN IMPLEMENTED T REDUCE STEERING VIBRATION/FLUTTER AND DECREASE BODY SENSITIVITY. YC
EL00198
Jan 23, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUBJECT ON ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS. *YC
ST00198
Jan 9, 1998
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SUBJECT ON PROGRESSIVE POWER STEERING (PPS) ECU. *YC
980101
Jan 1, 1998
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
CONCERNS WITH AIR CONDITIONER PROBLEMS. *YC
97121200297
Dec 12, 1997
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
CONCERNS OF INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE READING. *YC
LEXUS GS300 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the LEXUS GS300 across all model years (1993, 2019).
12
Total Recalls
448
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
52
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
LEXUS GS300 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 164 | View |
| 2005 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2004 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2003 | 0 | 16 | View |
| 2002 | 0 | 15 | View |
| 2001 | 0 | 21 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 45 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 56 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 1 | 91 | |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 7 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 7 | View |